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Credit: DisneyAmerican actor Johnny Depp recently reprised his role as Captain Jack Sparrow in a surprise appearance that is making international headlines.
It is no secret that Johnny Depp’s successful career has included several remarkable collaborations with Tim Burton and The Walt Disney Company in roles like Edward Scissorhands, Victor in Corpse Bride (2005), The Mad Hatter in the live-action Alice in Wonderland franchise, and, of course, Captain Jack Sparrow in the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise.
Unfortunately, following Depp’s polarizing legal battle against his ex-wife Amber Heard, his return as Captain Jack Sparrow in the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise seems further each day. However, this doesn’t mean that Johnny Depp has hung his pirate hat for good.
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American actor Johnny Depp visited the Basque Country to present the new movie he directed, Modi (2024). Depp was one of the most prominent guests at this year’s San Sebastián International Film Festival — in which he reportedly found support and an artistic refuge after the media scandal surrounding his trial against his ex-wife Amber Heard.
According to a statement from the Basque Government, the American actor took the opportunity to dress as Captain Jack Sparrow to visit the Donostia University Hospital. He chatted, played, and laughed with boys and girls receiving treatment in the hospital’s pediatrics and oncology wings.
“The little pirates in the hospital were surprised by Captain Jack Sparrow and enjoyed [the company of] one of the most popular and beloved characters […].,” the statement continued, adding that Captain Jack interacted and took pictures with all the patients, sharing laughs and stories to help them forget the difficulties they’re facing for a moment.
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“This has been a present that brought joy to our patients, their families, and the nursing professionals, doctors, and the entire personnel working at the hospital during the visit.”
The Basque Government added, “From Osakidetza, and particularly from the entire Donostia University Hospital personnel, we would like to express our infinite gratitude to Johnny Depp for his time, support, and energy. He was a breath of fresh air for the entire hospital.”
The Donostia University Hospital (@osakidetzaEJGV) shared the video of Johnny Depp’s visit to the little pirates, which you can see below.
(Translated) JOHNNY DEPP IN OSAKIDETZA
Captain Jack Sparrow, played by the actor Johnny Depp, visited the boys and girls admitted in @DonostiakoOsp this afternoon.
🎬JOHNNY DEPP EN OSAKIDETZA
🏴☠️ El capitán Jack Sparrow, encarnado por el actor Johnny Depp, ha visitado esta tarde a los niños y las niñas ingresadas en el @DonostiakoOsp
➕ https://t.co/tJH6xAEhd1 pic.twitter.com/zmZYDeKadL
— Osakidetza (@osakidetzaEJGV) September 26, 2024
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Sadly, the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise’s future remains uncertain. Rumors of a reboot and a spin-off are allegedly in the works, but no official plans have been confirmed. This implies that, while Johnny Depp may continue to make similar altruistic gestures, his official return to the franchise is highly unlikely.
What do you think about this gesture? Would you like to see Johnny Depp officially reprise his role as Jack Sparrow with The Walt Disney Company? Don’t forget to share your opinion with Inside the Magic in the comments below!